Private Lessons
Private lessons will primarily be scheduled outside of our shop hours OR at the discretion of the instructor.
Call or email the shop to discuss and reserve a lesson time - 518-861-0038 / [email protected].
The cost for a 1 hour lesson is $25.
The cost for a 1/2 hour lesson is $15.
Call or email the shop to discuss and reserve a lesson time - 518-861-0038 / [email protected].
The cost for a 1 hour lesson is $25.
The cost for a 1/2 hour lesson is $15.
Classes
Call the store (518-861-0038) to get more info or to sign up. We ask for payment prior to class to secure your spot. Most classes require a minimum of 3 students. If we do not have enough students sign up, we will refund your class fee or reschedule the class. In the event of class cancellation by The Spinning Room (due to snow or tsunami, etc.) your fee will be refunded. Some classes require a bit of "homework" beforehand, so make sure to check before coming to class. All participants need to have their materials purchased before arriving for class. More details will be given upon registration. As always, you enjoy a 10% discount on materials for all classes.
March Classes
Knitting a Jogless Join when Knitting in the Round FULL, please see below!
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WHEN: Friday, March 14, 1 - 3 PM
INSTRUCTOR: Robin Barbera FEE: FREE! This is a FREE workshop! You will learn how to knit a jogless join when knitting stripes in the round for hats and socks. Materials Yarn: 120yds total of 2 or more assorted solid (light to medium colors) worsted weight yarn (Encore is a good choice). Needles: US size 8 (double point or circular), check gauge ahead! In stockinette stitch, 18 sts & 24 rows=4”/10cm. Notions: tapestry needle, stitch markers. HOMEWORK: CO 64 sts. Join to work in the round, being careful not to twist. Place a marker at the BOR (beginning of round). K1, p1 rib for 1". Change to stockinette stitch and knit 1 rnd. Change color, K 5 rnds. Change color, knit 5 rnds. Directions will continue in class. NOTE: divide stitches on needles so that the BOR is not at a transition from one needle to the next. ALSO: when beginning or ending yarn leave a 6” tail. SKILL LEVEL: Students MUST be comfortable with both the knit and purl stitch prior to class. |
Knitting a Jogless Join when Knitting in the Round NEW!
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WHEN: Wednesday, March 19, 12 - 2 PM
INSTRUCTOR: Robin Barbera FEE: FREE! This is a FREE workshop! You will learn how to knit a jogless join when knitting stripes in the round for hats and socks. Materials Yarn: 120yds total of 2 or more assorted solid (light to medium colors) worsted weight yarn (Encore is a good choice). Needles: US size 8 (double point or circular), check gauge ahead! In stockinette stitch, 18 sts & 24 rows=4”/10cm. Notions: tapestry needle, stitch markers. HOMEWORK: CO 64 sts. Join to work in the round, being careful not to twist. Place a marker at the BOR (beginning of round). K1, p1 rib for 1". Change to stockinette stitch and knit 1 rnd. Change color, K 5 rnds. Change color, knit 5 rnds. Directions will continue in class. NOTE: divide stitches on needles so that the BOR is not at a transition from one needle to the next. ALSO: when beginning or ending yarn leave a 6” tail. SKILL LEVEL: Students MUST be comfortable with both the knit and purl stitch prior to class. |
Needle Felted Easter/Spring Eggs
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WHEN: Tuesday, March 25, 6 - 8 pm
INSTRUCTOR: Yvette Terplak FEE: $20 + $5 material fee (paid to teacher at class) A fun class to create some lovely decorative eggs for Easter/Spring. You will learn needle felting over a form and how to use needle felting to embellish other fibers. Materials: All materials will be provided by the teacher. HOMEWORK: None SKILL LEVEL: Beginners and experts are welcome! |
Needle Felted Easter/Spring Eggs
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WHEN: Saturday, March 29, 9:30 - 11:30 am
INSTRUCTOR: Yvette Terplak FEE: $20 + $5 material fee (paid to teacher at class) A fun class to create some lovely decorative eggs for Easter/Spring. You will learn needle felting over a form and how to use needle felting to embellish other fibers. Materials: All materials will be provided by the teacher. HOMEWORK: None SKILL LEVEL: Beginners and experts are welcome! |
April Classes
Mina Wrap/Cowl
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WHEN: Saturday, April 12, 12 - 2 pm
INSTRUCTOR: Liz Cassidy FEE: $40 Refine your lace knitting techniques while making this beautiful and cozy wrap. You also could make it into a cowl by seaming the ends. In this class Liz will give you a seaming demonstration so you have options for this design. Materials Pattern: Purchase the pattern Wrap Mina on Ravelry or through the shop. Yarn: 645 yards aran weight yarn Needles: Size US #9 needle Other: cable needle; several stitch markers HOMEWORK: Cast on 66 stitches and knit 4 rows. In addition: make a small swatch with separate needles/yarn (worsted weight and size 7 or 8 needle) to practice cabling. To make the swatch: Cast on 26 stitches; Rows 1-5: knit Row 6: k2, purl 22, k2 Row 7: knit all stitches Repeat rows 6 & 7 two more times. Bring swatch to class on the needles. SKILL LEVEL: It is helpful to have some basic lace knitting knowledge for this class. |
Building In Color 2025 THIS CLASS IS FULL!
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WHEN: Wednesdays, 6 - 7:30 pm
April 9 & April 23 May 21 June 11 July 2 & July 23 Aug. 13 Sept 3 & Sept 24( last class) INSTRUCTOR: Kathy Loegering FEE: $125 Now that you can do all the basic stitches, you are ready to complete a new blanket in 2-3 colors. Learn new techniques and create a 10 panel blanket with a knitted border in time for next year's gift giving or for yourself. It will dazzle others with your lovely blanket and new skills. Materials Booklet: Purchase the Building In Color book by Michelle Hunter. Yarn: Refer to the booklet for all specifics for this blanket. @936 yds. for each of 3 colors–a light, medium and dark in worsted weight yarn. Needles: Size US #6/24” circular or straight except for panel 2 requires a circular needle or DPNs. HOMEWORK: We will start together. You will need to purchase the booklet Building in Color by Michelle Hunter. It is available in our shop All materials should be gathered prior to class. SKILL LEVEL: Not suitable for beginners. |